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mmbma
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p.1 #1 · p.1 #1 · best DX zoom in a compact package?


related to my quest to return to Nikon DX, what would be a good general zoom lens to go with it? I've done some research and there is surprisingly little info I found from authoritative sources.

I'm looking for a small, light zoom lens that cover at least 35-150 equivalent in full frame. No need for super fast aperture since I'll be using it during the day and for family/travel. I am covered in primes (and the big 24-70, and 70-200 zooms) in my FX set up.

Must have decent to great image quality though.

much appreciated



Apr 20, 2015 at 07:32 PM
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p.1 #2 · p.1 #2 · best DX zoom in a compact package?


Well, that would be a 24-100mm lens. The 24-120/4G is a nice lens, but not compact. The image quality is very good on DX though. The Sigma 24-105/4 Art is very good as well, but again it's large. You could go with something like the older 18-105/5.6G, but it's still not very compact. The 24-85/4.5G is smaller than some of the others, but it's not stellar and it doesn't cover your requested range. A 4x zoom isn't going to be very compact no matter how slow.

Josh



Apr 20, 2015 at 07:43 PM
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p.1 #3 · p.1 #3 · best DX zoom in a compact package?


Love my 16-85 VR, might be what you are looking for.


Apr 20, 2015 at 07:54 PM
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p.1 #4 · p.1 #4 · best DX zoom in a compact package?


28-200, small and cheap.


Apr 20, 2015 at 08:27 PM
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p.1 #5 · p.1 #5 · best DX zoom in a compact package?


18-55mm the newer version. It's super compact and sharp.


Apr 20, 2015 at 08:31 PM
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p.1 #6 · p.1 #6 · best DX zoom in a compact package?


My favorite is the 18-70 G. Super images from this little lens! No VR though. So how about the old 18-135 (no VR) or new 18-140? They are both respectable lenses for what they do.



Apr 20, 2015 at 09:12 PM
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p.1 #7 · p.1 #7 · best DX zoom in a compact package?


May I suggest the Sigma 17-70 2.8-4 "C"? Doesn't get out to "150", but it's a great "28-105" like I used to have in film and full-frame. Lightweight, very sharp , very good close-up capabilities, and OS to boot. Stays glued to my walkabout D3200 and is great on the D7100 for gigs, conventions, and the like. Pair it with the Tamron or Nikon 70-300 and toss in a 35 mm 1.8 and you're ready to travel 'most anywhere at a considerable savings in size and weight.
Ron



Apr 20, 2015 at 09:51 PM
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p.1 #8 · p.1 #8 · best DX zoom in a compact package?


What about the new 18-300, anyone has any experience with that?


Apr 20, 2015 at 10:45 PM
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p.1 #9 · p.1 #9 · best DX zoom in a compact package?


mmbma wrote:
What about the new 18-300, anyone has any experience with that?


I would love to try one but at the price they are asking there are too many other proven options.




Apr 20, 2015 at 10:47 PM
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p.1 #10 · p.1 #10 · best DX zoom in a compact package?


The old Nikon 28-105mm lens was relatively good, cheap, and small and does a little macro to boot.


Apr 21, 2015 at 05:33 AM
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p.1 #11 · p.1 #11 · best DX zoom in a compact package?


tjny wrote:
Love my 16-85 VR, might be what you are looking for.


+1



Apr 21, 2015 at 08:14 AM
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p.1 #12 · p.1 #12 · best DX zoom in a compact package?


Did you specify the camera body?

Don't know if your selection will or won't require a focus motor.



Apr 21, 2015 at 08:48 AM
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p.1 #13 · p.1 #13 · best DX zoom in a compact package?


Yes, the 16-85.


Apr 21, 2015 at 11:03 AM





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